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Dens invaginatus

Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]


Overview

Overview

Dens invaginatus, also known as dens in dente, is a condition found in teeth where the outer surface folds inward. There are coronal and radicular forms, with the coronal form being more common.

References

References

  • Kahn, Michael A. Basic Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology. Volume 1. 2001.


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